{"id":20656,"date":"2020-09-17T07:58:12","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T07:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/?p=20656"},"modified":"2024-11-22T08:07:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T08:07:10","slug":"32-art-craft-and-stem-activities-kids-can-do-with-toothpicks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/32-art-craft-and-stem-activities-kids-can-do-with-toothpicks\/","title":{"rendered":"32 Art, Craft and STEM Activities Kids Can Do with Toothpicks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your pantry is a treasure trove of possibilities for creative play. Even the simplest items can transform into tools for hours of engaging fun. Take the humble toothpick, for example\u2014it\u2019s a surprisingly versatile item perfect for\u00a0<strong>toothpick activities for kids<\/strong>, sparking endless entertainment and creativity.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list kp-toc\"><li><strong><a href=\"#1\">Fine Motor Activities Kids<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#2\">Art &amp; Craft Activities Kids<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#3\">STEM Activities for Kids<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>You may wonder what all activities can be done with a simple toothpick. Well! The list is really long. From <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/fine-motor-skills\/\"><strong>fine motor activities<\/strong><\/a>, to craft and even <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/fun-stem-activities-to-keep-children-busy-infographic\/\"><strong>STEM activities<\/strong><\/a>, toothpicks do pack a punch when it comes to keeping children meaningfully busy.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><strong>Toothpick Fine Motor Activities<\/strong><\/h2><p>Research indicates that motor skills are on a steady decline. The smartphone, touchpad generation is slowly losing its grip on its fine motor skills. <\/p><p>More children are entering kindergarten without the prerequisite <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/gross-motor-skills-and-why-do-they-matter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">motor skills<\/a>.<\/p><p>While this is concerning, we do not advocate young children&nbsp;getting into&nbsp;sedentary pattern writing. <\/p><p>It is boring and takes away the joy from learning. Instead, we recommend you&nbsp;to&nbsp;engage your child in playful activities&nbsp;that&nbsp;work magic for motor skills &#8211; both&nbsp;gross &amp; fine.<\/p><p>Toothpicks are your top manipulative when it comes to fine motor activities. Though with younger kids we advise utmost supervision, kids 6 years and above can easily handle toothpicks with ease and little supervision.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Toothpick Drop<\/h3><p>This is an immensely simple activity to do with children as young as two. What you need is a toothpick and saltshaker. <\/p><p>The task is to drop the toothpicks into the saltshaker through the holes. Easy peasy! Great for building concentration skills.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"466\" data-pin-title=\"toothpick activities for kids\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7148.jpeg?resize=600%2C466&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick activities for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20683\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Related: Check out <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/quick-easy-toddler-activities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fun Toddler Activities<\/a><\/strong> that are low-prep, quick and easy to set up.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Play Dough and Toothpicks<\/h3><p>This activity is a great hit with children. Roll out play dough and let your children poke holes, draw lines and make simple patterns using toothpicks.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7151.jpg?resize=600%2C527&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick fine motor activity for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20686\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p>Let creativity unleash itself!<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danyabanya.com\/toddler-fine-motor-breakfast-play\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Cereal Stacking<\/a><\/h3><p>Children love to get hands-on with their food. Why not take the opportunity to polish some fine motor skills! <\/p><p>This wonderful activity will keep your children happily engaged while working on their motor skills.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Styrofoam Poking<\/h3><p>This activity is immensely satisfying. There is something about poking that toothpick into Styrofoam that is just calming and fun. <\/p><p>Give your little one a big piece of Styrofoam and let them just enjoy.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Bubble Wrap Burst<\/h3><p>Every child (and adult!) loves bursting bubble wrap and listening to the popping sound. <\/p><p>Make this pleasurable activity into a fine motor practice session by inviting your child to pop the bubble wrap using a toothpick. A sure hit with children of all ages.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Toothpick Punching<\/h3><p>This toothpick fine motor activity is great for building concentration skills. Draw a shape on a sheet of paper and let your child punch holes, using a toothpick, along its outlines.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7158.jpeg?resize=600%2C450&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Toothpick activity for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20687\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Quick Tip: Pair this activity with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/best-preschool-activities-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fun Preschool Activities<\/a><\/strong> to bring learning home.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Fruit Toothpick Skewers<\/h3><p>Make food fun with this delicious activity. A bowl of diced fruits like apple, watermelon, apricot, pears and grapes is a great start for this activity. <\/p><p>Invite your child to string various fruit pieces onto a toothpick to make a great fruit salad. Each toothpick should have at least three different fruits. <\/p><p>Tweak it a bit to transform it into toothpick math activity by introducing the concept of patterns.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Toothpick Colander Fine Motor Activity<\/h3><p>Help your child practice their fine motor skills with this simple activity. All they need to do is stick the toothpick into the colander holes.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mombrite.com\/gumdrop-christmas-tree-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pom-Pom Toothpick Tree<\/a><\/h3><p>Make practicing fine motor skills exciting with this fun toothpick tree activity. <\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Letter and Shape Tracing<\/h3><p>Draw out a few big letters or shapes on a blank sheet of paper using a marker and let your child trace the letter\/shape using toothpicks.&nbsp;<\/p><p>It is a great pre-writing activity to help children learn letters and shapes.<\/p><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em><strong>Related:<\/strong> Also check out <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/kindergarten-activities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Engaging Kindergarten Activities<\/strong><\/a> that make learning fun.<\/em><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><strong>Toothpick Art &amp; Craft Activities<\/strong><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <a href=\"https:\/\/iheartcraftythings.com\/sea-urchin-kids-craft.html\">Toothpick Urchin<\/a><\/h3><p>We love these cute little toothpick urchins using toothpicks. All you need is styrofoam ball or play dough and toothpicks for this art activity. A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/ocean-craft-for-kids\/\">perfect ocean craft <\/a><\/strong>for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"425\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Sea-urchin-toothpick-craft.jpeg?resize=425%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44190\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: iheartcraftythings.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Toothpick Sun Craft<\/h3><p>Make a bright smiling sun craft using toothpicks and other commonly found supplies at home. This toothpick craft doubles up as a wonderful school craft project as well.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY-How to make a sun using tooth picks || Best out of waste | tooth picks craft\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I830b-3EMk8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Related: Pair this Sun craft with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/solstice-facts-activities-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Solstice Activities for Kids<\/a><\/strong> and learn all about this annual phenomenon.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <a href=\"https:\/\/modpodgerocksblog.com\/toothpick-cacti-craft-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toothpick Cactus Art<\/a><\/h3><p>This cute adorable toothpick craft activity is just perfect for your child and is a lovely add-on to your child\u2019s room decor.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"980\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Cactus-Toothpick-craft-for-preschool.webp?resize=700%2C980&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cactus Toothpick craft for preschool\" class=\"wp-image-44194\" style=\"width:500px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:homemadeginger.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <a href=\"https:\/\/club.chicacircle.com\/toothpick-painting-with-kids-a-crafty-photo-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Painting<\/a><\/h3><p>Looking to brighten your walls with your very own made art. Look no further! These toothpick paintings are oh-so-beautiful and will add just the right pop to your walls.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Toothpick-art-craft-for-Kids.jpeg?resize=600%2C690&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Toothpick art &amp; craft for Kids\" class=\"wp-image-44192\" style=\"width:500px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: clubchicacircle.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icreativeideas.com\/diy-weave-a-mandala-brooch-with-toothpicks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mandala Toothpick Brooch<\/a><\/h3><p>This toothpick art is not only stunning but also deeply calming. Knit your very own mandala brooch with nothing more than just colourful yarn, toothpicks and lots of patience. <\/p><p>Suitable for older kids, it doubles up as a great STEAM toothpick activity as well!<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. <a href=\"http:\/\/alittlelearningfortwo.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/sticky-window-art.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sticky Toothpick Wall Art<\/a><\/h3><p>Have a toddler who loves to create art? Then, this will surely delight your little one. Hours of creative fun guaranteed and no dirty walls anymore!<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Toothpick-craft-for-toddlers.jpeg?resize=300%2C400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Toothpick craft for toddlers\" class=\"wp-image-44191\"\/><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. <a href=\"https:\/\/restorationplace.typepad.com\/restoration_place\/2008\/12\/maggies-glittery-toothpick-stars.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Glittering Toothpick Stars<\/a><\/h3><p>There is something about stars and glitter that excite all of us. Make these adorable glittering stars for a garland or for the simple pleasure of crafting.<\/p><p>We do recommend using environmentally friendly glitter.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Toothpick-star-craft-.jpeg?resize=450%2C338&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Toothpick star craft\" class=\"wp-image-44193\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: https:\/\/restorationplace.typepad.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. <a href=\"https:\/\/frugalfun4boys.com\/diy-scratch-art-with-crayon-and-tempera-paint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Scratch Art<\/a><\/h3><p>Make scratch art at home and give those expensive scratch art sheets a miss. Perfect for kids of all ages.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funlittles.com\/crafts-kids-ocean-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Ocean Craft<\/a><\/h3><p>Paint cute little fishes and stick them onto toothpicks for a cute ocean theme craft.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Toothpick Wall Art<\/h3><p>This wall art is beautiful and easy to make. There are many ways you can tweak it and use different crafting items to decorate these miniature wall arts.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY toothpick art \/DIY craft idea\/How to make toothpick wall art\/Arts and craft\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ye1fEbDWtow?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Washi Tape Toothpick Stars<\/h3><p>This is a beautiful craft where you create toothpick stars that can be used as decorations, glued onto cards or gifts.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Washi-Tape-toothpick-stars.jpg?resize=500%2C682&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44197\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><strong>Toothpick STEM activities<\/strong><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. <a href=\"https:\/\/frugalfun4boys.com\/toothpick-twirlers-science-experiment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Twirlers<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/h3><p>This is a quick, easy to do toothpick-engineering activity for kids. Make cool toothpick twirlers for endless fun.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-pin-id=\"toothpick activities for kids\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7185.jpg?resize=600%2C450&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick twirlers\" class=\"wp-image-20688\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Related: Explore exciting <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/best-preschool-science-experiments-to-delight-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Preschool Science Experiments<\/a> to keep curiosity alive and make learning fun!<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Toothpick Structures<\/h3><p>A hands-on engineering STEM challenge for kids, this one will unleash your child\u2019s creativity and aid their understanding of balance and symmetry.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/25446062_1555861494499219_1734126841698002281_n.jpg?resize=600%2C379&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick activities for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20695\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Related: Make maths fun with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/kindergarten-math-games-to-make-kids-math-genius\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kindergarten Math Games<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Toothpick Star Trick<\/h3><p>This is a classic toothpick trick that never fails to amaze kids. A cool STEM science activity&nbsp;that is&nbsp;perfect for kids across all age groups.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Toothpick Star Table Trick - Sick Science! #008\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9gkqU0I1Mo8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applegreencottage.com\/easy-diy-sailboat-crafts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Sailboats<\/a><\/h3><p>Challenge your kids to make a floating sailboat using toothpicks and commonly found material like twigs, styrofoam or sponge. This is a great STEM science activity to get started on buoyancy.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mynourishedhome.com\/3d-shapes-craft-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Shapes<\/a><\/h3><p>Toothpicks are a wonderful manipulative to build. Use them to build 3D shapes with clay and discuss their properties. This fun math activity for kids is great for motor skills, visualisation and spatial awareness.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. Toothpick Marshmallow Balancing Structures<\/h3><p>This cool engineering activity for kids inspires creativity and is serious fun. <\/p><p>The challenge is to construct a toothpick marshmallow structure and see if it is strong enough to bear the weight of superheroes (or animal figurines).<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_3234-2-1.jpeg?resize=600%2C450&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick activities for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20693\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"khighlighter\"><em>Related: Got a construction crazy kid? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/kidpillar.com\/is-your-child-a-little-engineer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Is Your Child is a Little Engineer<\/strong><\/a> to hone her innate skills. <\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. Toothpick Spinners<\/h3><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7183.jpg?resize=600%2C450&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"toothpick activities for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20689\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p>Make a fun-spinning toy with this cool STEM activity. What you need is cardboard, scissors and toothpicks.<\/p><p>Step 1: Cut cardboard into various shapes like triangle, circle and square.<\/p><p>Step 2: Stick out the toothpick through the center of the shapes so that its nearly one-third through the shape.<\/p><p>Ta-da! Your toothpick spinners are ready for the test. Spin them on a flat, smooth surface and see if all the shapes spin for an equally long time.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.science-sparks.com\/easter-toothpick-structures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Easter Toothpick Structure<\/a><\/h3><p>This engineering STEM activity for kids is pretty challenging. You can use a chocolate egg or plastic egg or even a small ball will do equally well.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. <a href=\"https:\/\/playteachrepeat.com\/marshmallow-constellations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Constellations<\/a><\/h3><p>Club this STEM activity with your space themed unit and create constellations using toothpicks and marshmallows (or jelly beans or grapes!). <\/p><p>Your children will never forget a constellation name again!<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>30. Measure Your Pulse Rate<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/kidpillar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_7163.jpg?resize=600%2C722&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Toothpick STEM activity for kids\" class=\"wp-image-20690\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p>This science activity is a great hit with kids as it gives them a chance to measure their pulse rate. All you need is a toothpick and little dough. <\/p><p>Roll a small cube of dough and stick a toothpick in it. Place this dough-toothpick assembly on the back of your child\u2019s wrist.<\/p><p>The toothpick will indicate the pulse rate by moving every time your heart beats!<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. <a href=\"https:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/28800\/rock-candy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toothpick Rock Candies<\/a><\/h3><p>This is an edible STEM activity that makes rock candies at home. Sure to get children delighted and squeal with glee.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your pantry is a treasure trove of possibilities for creative play. Even the simplest items can transform into tools for hours of engaging fun. Take the humble toothpick, for example\u2014it\u2019s a surprisingly versatile item perfect for\u00a0toothpick activities for kids, sparking endless entertainment and creativity. 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